Tax Manager

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Electronic Arts Inc. is a global interactive entertainment software company. EA delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets.

We are developing extraordinary new game experiences by bringing together great people that combine creativity, technology, and expertise to achieve new ways to play.

EA is driving the next revolution in games!

Role Overview

We are seeking a Tax Manager to lead our Hyderabad tax team, providing professional guidance and support, including technical tax training, preparing and conducting detailed-review of tax return and provision workpapers for US federal, state and US/International tax deliverables. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of US federal and state income tax, exceptional analytical skills, a keen attention to details, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. This role involves leading the local tax team across various areas, including tax compliance, tax provision, international tax, transfer pricing and indirect tax. Interest and experience in process automation and transformation is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

US/Intl’ Compliance

• Lead, train, and mentor Hyderabad based tax team, providing technical income tax training as well as professional and career development support.
• Oversee and review US federal and State tax return workpapers, tax returns, tax provision workpapers (including FIN48), US/international inputs such as GILTI, FDII, and FTC and quarterly estimated federal and state tax calculations as well payment processing.
• Prepare complex tax analyses and workpapers, and take ownership of ad hoc tax research/projects.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all US and State compliance deliverables, including quarterly and annual filings.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting US tax compliance and communicate updates to the team.
• Support US tax audits and respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in other tax areas, including transfer pricing and indirect tax, to ensure local team is properly supported for career development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, legal, business partners) to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.
• Identify transformation and automation opportunities while supervising tax processes and partnering with various stakeholders
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA/CPA or equivalent preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in US tax compliance, with 2+ years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Deep expertise in US federal and state tax compliance, including training, preparation, and review of deliverables.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP tax accounting (ASC 740, FIN48).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Familiarity with tax automation technologies including Alteryx, Power BI, and Oracle to improve process efficiency
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-impact tax team supporting a global organization.
• Focus on technical excellence and leadership in US compliance.
• Collaborate with senior tax leaders and develop your career in a growth-focused environment.
  
  

About Electronic Arts

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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